Rapid popularization of interactive technology is a key determinant of the behavior and learning traits of the millennial birth cohort (see Fig. 1 for key dates in the technological life of a prototypical millennial). 1 These unique styles of thinking, acting, and learning are welldescribed. [2][3][4][5][6][7] In fact, some procedure-based medical specialties have attempted to adapt their curricula to leverage these traits to enhance learning. [8][9][10][11][12][13] The literature on adapting endoscopy training to these distinct learning traits of millennials however is sparse. Engaging millennial trainees to learn more efficiently mandates applying non-traditional teaching tools in the cognitive aspects of endoscopy. In this perspective, we outlined millennial learning traits, reviewed approaches to active learning, and proposed discrete teaching interventions that may resonate with this group of trainees. Specifically, we examined experiential learning strategies and explored their application to the cognitive and technical aspects of endoscopy. It must be emphasized that improved learning by the new generation has a broad and important implication in the successful future of endoscopy.
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